I want to use very thin thermocouples with insulated tips so I can attach them on electronic components. The thermocouples used on TC-08 appears to be thick. Do you sell thin thermocouples(K type)? Or can I get them somewhere else and still be able to use on TC-08?

Once I load the PicoLog software, am I ready to start using TC-08 for measuring and recording temperatures in text as well as in graphs? I saw some of your customers need to do some extra programming (Labview, VB, etc) to get what they want. Is it necessary? I have no knowledge of programming any sort. Thanks.

K-Type TC's have a range of -270 +1370 deg C so range is not a problem.

Our K-Types have an upper limit of 350 C due to wire insulation. You will need to consider mineral insulated thermocouples. This will aslo apply to your second question if your heater bar is live. Be careful when connecting thermocouples to metal surfaces especially when electrical signals are involved.